Children Quote by Elizabeth Bishop
“Time to plant tears, says the almanac. The grandmother sings to the marvelous stove and the child draws another inscrutable house.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Man-Moth”, 1965
The line juxtaposes mundane chores with poetic imagination, highlighting how ordinary moments can hold hidden depth and melancholy.
In simple terms: Everyday tasks can hide deeper emotions.
Look for meaning in routine.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family life
- creative writing
- daily chores
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions lie beneath daily chores?
- How does imagination transform routine?
It may romanticize ordinary life, ignoring its hardships.